Harlan, Kentucky

Population 1,828

Harlan is located in Harlan County, KY. The population is 1,828, making Harlan the 2nd largest city in Harlan County.

There are 6 public schools in Harlan with an average Homefacts rating of B-. The total crime rate for Harlan is low , and there are 12 registered sex offenders residing in the city. Unemployment in Harlan is high and the median home sales price is $0. Detailed and up-to-date Harlan property reports are available for any property address.

Cities near Harlan include Baxter, Loyall and South Wallins.

Harlan Neighborhood Report

Schools

School Rating is Above average
  • No High School Diploma: 17.9%
  • High School Graduate or Higher: 56.7%
  • Bachelor's Degree or Higher: 25.3%

Crime Rate

29.57% Higher than national avg.
  • Auto theft: 133
  • Violent Crimes: 398
  • Robbery: 199
  • Burglary: 465
  • Property Crime: 3
  • Larceny Theft: 2

Registered Offenders

79.37% Higher than national avg.
  • 12 offenders in Harlan
  • 65.65 offenders/10,000 residents

Environmental Hazards

73 Found nearby
  • Brownfields: 1
  • Registered Polluters: 1
  • Superfunds: 5
  • Tanks & Spills: 66

Unemployment

High 6.9%
  • Kentucky unemployment average: 3.7%
  • National unemployment average: 3.7%

Property Values

Median Property Value $0

Schools view all

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Summary
There are 6 K-12 public schools in Harlan, KY and 1 private school. Homefacts rates Harlan's schools as Above average, with an overall B- rating.
1 Private School

Harlan County Christian School

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*100 is national avg. Greater than 100 means higher crime, lower means less crime.
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Fair Market Rents

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  • Property Type Rent
  • Studio: $469
  • 1 Bedroom: $548
  • 2 Bedrooms: $674
  • 3 Bedrooms: $957
  • 4 Bedrooms: $999

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Environmental Hazards

73 Environmental Hazards

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Health Hazards

  • Air Quality HEALTHY (362/384)
    Harlan, KY has 94.27% good air quality.
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  • Radon ZONE 2 COUNTY
    Harlan, KY is a yellow zone.
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  • UV Index MODERATE 4.32 Average
    Harlan, KY is a moderate risk area for ultra-violet rays.
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Weather

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Average Monthly Temperature

  • January 34.23°
  • February 38.35°
  • March 47.55°
  • April 57.66°
  • May 65.71°
  • June 74.63°
  • July 76°
  • August 74.76°
  • September 68.87°
  • October 56.5°
  • November 46.17°
  • December 37.87°

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Natural Disasters

Probability of Natural Disasters for Harlan, KY

Earthquakes
Harlan, KY has a low risk of earthquakes.
Hurricanes
Harlan, KY has no risk of hurricanes.
Hail
Harlan, KY has a moderate risk of hail storms.
Tornadoes
Harlan, KY has a moderate risk of tornadoes.

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Median Household Income

Median Household Income in Harlan, KY: $23,955

Unemployment

Unemployment in Harlan is 6.9%. It is higher than the state and national averages, 3.7% and 3.7% respectively

Workforce Breakdown

Blue Collar - 40.90%
White Collar - 59.10%

Politics

State Representatives

  • Gov. Steven L. Beshear
  • Sen. Mitch McConnell
  • Sen. Rand Paul

City Representatives

  • Harold Rogers

Neighborhood Info

1 Airport view all

Nearest Major Airports

8 FCC Towers view all

1 Hospital view all

2 Police Stations view all

1 Retirement Home view all

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